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Vantage Point Exteriors
3.8(
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Serving Howard, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The windows were installed. A screen was damaged and to be replaced. After two years no screen and numerous calls. Their word and guarantee to us is worthless...... never again! I have learned a lesson........
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Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Sturdex Construction
4.8(
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Serving Howard, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

"They got the job done fast and knew what they were doing, so polite and professional which you really don't get much these days as far as I've seen. My house looks so much cleaner on the outside."
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L & E Enterprise
5.0(
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Serving Howard, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

"Ed provided exceptional service at a great price. He was easy to work with and my wife loved dealing with him as well. I have to share that the very first project I asked Ed to bid was a complete deck rebuild without sharing I may have any future business for him at all. He drew up the bid for the rebuild but he could sense it wasn't a huge priority and all we really were trying to do was fix some stair structure issues and paint the deck. Ed also came with that bid and was the one that suggested it and ultimately convinced is it was the right thing for us. This meant a fraction of the opportunity for Ed but he felt it was the right thing and we were so thankful. Between this integrity, rare partnership approach from a contractor, and the quality of work at an unbeatable price we've come back to Ed for repeat business for years and haven't been disappointed."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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G R Home Improvement and Remodeling Service
New to Angi

Serving Howard, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Need a Contractor for your Home Improvement/remodeling project or a Handyman for your Home Repair project?\n\nWe have 10+ years experience in Residential and Commercial remodeling/renovation/fixer upper projects!\n\nWe are specialized in flooring & tile, painting, drywall & plaster, ceilings, kitchen & bathroom, addition & remodeling, siding, doors, windows, roofing, fences, decks, framing, carpentry, masonry and more!\n\nWe have all necessary tools required for the job and the vehicles.\n\nWe offer both residential and commercial services in and around the states of KS, OK, TX, MO, AR, NE, IA and IL.\n\nWe also can go further for the right project!\n\nCall or text GR Home Remodeling and Handyman Service at 203-810-0450 for free estimate!

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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

Choosing whether your deck should be lighter or darker than your house is a matter of personal preference, as there is no right or wrong answer. However, considering the pros and cons of each can help guide your decision. Darker colors are often chosen because they show less dirt, footprints, and marks from daily wear, making them easier to keep clean. On the other hand, lighter deck colors tend to stay cooler in the summer. From a design perspective, using a deck color that contrasts with your home's exterior can help make the deck a more defined and distinct feature. Consulting color theory can also make the process of choosing a complementary house and deck color combination easier.

A five-gallon bucket of deck stain will cover roughly 875 square feet in a single coat. Actual coverage will vary based on the type of wood you’re staining and the number of coats. If you plan on doing multiple coats, multiply the square footage by the number of coats to calculate how many buckets of stain you’ll need.

There are more pros than cons when staining a deck. Deck stain is more affordable than paint, it protects the wood and allows the natural textures to shine through, and it can revive the appearance of your home. However, deck stain also requires prep work (sometimes days or more), carries more upkeep than a painted deck, and can fade over time if not cared for. 

Yes, it is generally a very good idea to seal your deck after pressure washing. Power washing removes not only dirt and debris but also a thin layer of wood, leaving the surface exposed and more susceptible to weathering. Sealing is almost always needed after this process. After a general cleaning, sealing isn't automatically necessary if the existing sealant is still intact. You can test the surface by placing a few drops of water on it. If the water beads up, the sealant is working. If it soaks into the wood, it's time to apply a new sealant. If it has been a few years, it's wise to remove the old sealant, wash the deck, and reseal for maximum protection.

If you want to achieve a deeper, darker stain color, wait 5 to 10 minutes before wiping it off. However, wipe it off faster for a lighter tone. When wiping off the stain during this part of the process, be sure to work in the direction of the wood’s grain for best results.

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